1994 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1986 Fiat Vivace
To start off, 1994 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1986 Fiat Vivace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Buick Roadmaster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Buick Roadmaster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Vivace, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Vivace. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Vivace. 1994 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1986 Fiat Vivace has manual transmission. 1986 Fiat Vivace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Buick Roadmaster | 1986 Fiat Vivace | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Roadmaster | Vivace |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2230 mm |
